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2023 is almost here and Disney is getting ready!
So. Many. Ears.
We’ve seen some big opening dates announced for 2023 (and one important opening date pushed to that year too), along with the release of LOTS of 2023 merchandise online and in the parks. But now a NEW piece of the 2023 collection has arrived!
Disneyland has some fun events that happen outside of regular park hours.
Disneyland at night
For Halloween we see Oogie Boogie Bash, there are special Grad Nites, and event some other after hours events. We recently found out about a NEW after hours event coming to Disneyland Park in 2023, and now, select people can buy tickets for this event!
The holiday season is in full effect in Disneyland and we are enjoying it!
Sleeping Beauty Castle at night
We’ve got our candy cane (which we accidentally broke — oops!), we’ve had a TON of amazing holiday snacks, and we saw the Candlelight Processional. But what else is going on in Disneyland? Well, let’s find out!
Get ready to stay up past your bedtime, because Disneyland After Dark events are returning in 2023!
Pixar Pier at night
These special ticketed events happen after regular park hours, which means guests can take advantage of fewer crowds, lower wait times, and more. Disney just announced the dates and details for the 2023 Disneyland After Dark events — including a BRAND NEW event, and we can’t wait to check them out!
Disney Genie+ has gone through quite a few changes since originally rolling out in 2021.
Lightning Lane signs
We’ve seen updates to how you book and even a shift to surge pricing instead of a flat daily fee. Disney recently announced that BIG changes were coming to Genie+ on both coasts, and now it looks like that update has gone live in Disneyland!
If you’re a Star Wars fan, the Disney Parks have a lot to offer!
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
In both Disneyland and Disney World, Galaxy’s Edge can transport you to Batuu where you can build a droid, join the resistance, or have a cocktail over at Oga’s Cantina. It’s no surprise that Star Wars fans are passionate about a galaxy far, far away, leading to  some cool fan events that happen in the parks! And, the other day, we spotted a pretty awesome gathering of fans over at Disneyland Resort.
We’ve got a confession to make…
Disneyland Candy Cane
…we’re not perfect here at DFB! We do our best to report all the latest news to you, keep up with all the construction updates, and try all the latest snacks, all while taking the best pictures possible of it all, but sometimes, things don’t go as planned. The perfect example? This year’s Disneyland Candy Cane. 😬
The holiday season means many things in Disney.
Sleeping Beauty Castle during the holidays
We’ve been trying lots of holiday treats in the parks, as well as exploring the Festival of Holidays in Disneyland. There is lots to explore this season, but one iconic treat returned that everyone couldn’t wait for — Disneyland candy canes! And if you wanted one today, you were going to need LOADS of patience.
It’s time for another special Disney event!
Pandora Jewelry Display
With the holidays right around the corner, we’re keeping an eye on all the latest deals so you can get your holiday shopping done ASAP. If you’re shopping for someone who enjoys jewelry, you can grab some Baublebar pieces online, but if you’ll be in Disney World or Disneyland next week, you can get a FREE item at Pandora’s Magical Calligraphy Event!
Disneyland Resort has its share of holiday traditions that we always love seeing this time of year.
Sleeping Beauty Castle
We love attending the Disney California Adventure Festival of the Holidays. We also love seeing the characters in their holiday outfits. We also love all the holiday treats! But one of the most special events during the holidays is the Candlelight Processional — and we were there for the first one of the year!
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